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Shared knowledge is indispensable to the practice of science, and the scientific paper--whether published in a journal or collation volume--is the chief means by which scientists communicate ideas and results to their colleagues. Mastering the genre is thus an essential element... Read Full Overview

Using a published paper as a guide, Michael J. Katz takes the reader through every step of the writing process, including the use of standard formats, language, publication, figures, writing with a computer, and other such tools in writing scientific papers.